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What is star jelly?
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Star jelly sounds like it could be some sort of cosmic spread for toast -- complete with a flashy label boasting, "Now with 50 percent more universe!" Unfortunately, the real story of star jelly is far less tasty -- and far more terrestrial.
What's the Zone of Silence?
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The Zone of Silence is Mexico's own Bermuda Triangle, a place where radio signals don't work and an alien might just turn up. But what is the real story behind it?
Do Rhinos Really Stomp Out Fires?
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Do rhinoceros double as firefighters? That's the legend, at least. But is there any truth to it?
What Are Ley Lines?
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Is the world really connected by an intricate, invisible web of knowledge-expanding energy waves? Sure, it's called the Internet -- and you're channeling it right now! Oh, you were asking about the ley lines? We've got an answer for that too.
Do tornadoes always move from west to east?
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Some things in this world you can just count on. The sun rises in the east and sets in the west. Certain types of birds will always fly south for the winter. But do tornadoes really only move from west to east -- and if so, why?
Do feral cats spread disease?
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It can be hard for cat-lovers to resist feeding local strays, but they may carry diseases. Learn more about feral cats and disease at HowStuffWorks.
What If We Had Two Suns?
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Double the suns means double the suntan, double the solar energy and double the awesome sunsets, right? Well, not exactly. Having two suns might sound fun, but it would probably make for a pretty different environment here on Earth.
What's the 27 Club?
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Many musicians have died at 27, leading some people to believe it's a 'cursed age.' Learn more about what the 27 Club is at HowStuffWorks.
How Do Stars Form? A Stellar Journey from Dust to Dazzle
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How are stars formed? In this article we'll explain stars and learn how stars are formed.
Do tornadoes disproportionately strike trailer parks?
If you live in a mobile home park, are you more likely to be hit by a tornado? Media images certainly make it seem that way. Find out if there's any truth to this scary stereotype.